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In the hustle of Christmas planning, the main event — the ham, the turkey or the seafood — gets all the attention. But ask any seasoned host, and they’ll tell you the secret to a truly memorable holiday meal lies in the sides. They are the supporting cast that adds texture, flavour and a touch of indulgence to the plate.
This year, move beyond the usual steamed veggies and introduce a side dish with serious flavour power: bourbon-glazed roasted sweet potatoes. Roasting brings out the vegetable’s natural sweetness, which is then amplified and deepened by a rich, caramelised glaze made with Jim Beam White Label bourbon. This isn’t just a side; it’s a statement.
To balance this indulgence, you need a drink that is clean, crisp and refreshing. The classic Japanese-inspired Jim Beam Highball is the perfect palate cleanser — tall, icy and sparkling. Together, this pairing delivers a perfectly balanced Christmas dining experience.
Bourbon-glazed roasted sweet potatoes
Paired with: Jim Beam Highball
Serves: 8
Total time: 50 mins
Ingredients
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes2 tbsp olive oilSalt and black pepper, to taste½ cup Jim Beam White Label bourbon¼ cup maple syrup2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted¼ tsp ground cinnamonFresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
Method
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).Toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper.Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20 minutes.In a small saucepan, combine the bourbon, maple syrup, butter and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until it begins to bubble. Reduce heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes.Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven, drizzle with the bourbon glaze, and toss to coat evenly. Roast for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until tender and caramelised.Garnish and serve warm.
For the Jim Beam Highball
Fill a tall glass with ice.Pour in one measure of Jim Beam White Label.Fill glass with soda water.Garnish with a twist of lime rind.
Whether you’re wanting the perfect drink to sip, savour or gift this festive season, find what you’re looking for at your local IGA Liquor.
Remember to drink responsibly.
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